Danielle McCartney
Ochsner Clinic Foundation (Elmwood Gymnastics Academy)
Harahan,LA
1
Certification
4
years of professional experience
Experienced healthcare professional in critical care, adept at managing high-stress situations and complex patient needs. Collaborates effectively with teams to adapt to changing circumstances and drive optimal patient outcomes. Proficient in advanced patient monitoring, emergency response, and therapeutic interventions, contributing to enhanced patient care and team efficiency.
Work History
Surgical/Medical/Cardiac Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse
4 Months- Provide comprehensive nursing care to critically ill medical, surgical, and cardiac patients requiring continuous hemodynamic monitoring and complex interventions.
- Care for high-acuity patients with septic shock, acute respiratory failure, cardiogenic shock, postoperative complications, and multi-system critical illness.
- Manage advanced cardiac support devices, including LVADs, IABPs, and Impella's.
- Manage patients receiving CRRT (NxStage) and SLED, monitoring fluid balance, electrolytes, hemodynamics, and treatment tolerance.
- Provide postoperative care for complex thoracic patients, including CABG, aortic dissection repair, and heart transplant patients.
- Recognize and respond to changes in patient condition, including hemodynamic instability, arrhythmias, and respiratory deterioration.
- Assist with emergent interventions, including rapid sequence intubation, code responses, and critical care procedures.
- Collaborate with intensivists, respiratory therapists, APPs, and multidisciplinary teams to provide timely, evidence-based care.
Emergency Department Nurse Technician
11 Months- Assist nursing staff with rapid patient intake, triage support, rooming, and continuous patient monitoring in a high-acuity emergency setting.
- Obtain and document vital signs, patient histories, and chief complaints to support timely clinical decision-making.
- Perform patient care tasks including EKGs, blood glucose checks, specimen collection, wound care assistance, and patient transport.
- Support staff during emergency procedures.
Invited Lecturer – Gender-Based Violence & Adolescent Pregnancy
- Delivered an educational lecture to local students and community members addressing gender-based violence, adolescent pregnancy, and reproductive health.
- Discussed prevention strategies, cultural considerations, and health outcomes affecting adolescents in underserved communities.
- Collaborated with local educators and health advocates to promote awareness, advocacy, and health education.
- Participated in a multidisciplinary medical mission providing basic healthcare services to underserved communities.
- Assisted licensed healthcare providers with patient intake, vital signs, health histories, and clinic flow.
- Supported pharmacy operations by organizing medications, assisting with dispensing under supervision, and providing medication education as directed.
- Administered intramuscular and subcutaneous injections under provider supervision and according to mission protocols.
- Delivered culturally sensitive patient education on hygiene, nutrition, reproductive health, and disease prevention.
- Community Health
Surgery Nurse Technician
1 Year 4 Months- Assist surgical technicians with sterilizing, opening, and closing operating rooms.
- Assisting with patient check-in, chart preparation, and patient histories
- Assist anesthesia with patient preparation including intubation, patient transfers, spinal blocks, extubating, etc.
- Assist surgeons and surgical techs with equipment, instrument count, medication preparation, etc.
- Maintain a sterile and safe work environment.
Interprofessional Education & Collaborative Practi
9 Months- Supported the planning and implementation of an interprofessional education course required for program accreditation.
- Assisted faculty and administrators with development, organization, and distribution of course materials, learning modules, and assessment tools.
- Coordinated communication and logistics among students and faculty from multiple health professions to promote collaborative learning.
- Assisted with course sessions and activities focused on teamwork, professional roles, communication, and patient-centered care.
- Maintained accurate records and supported evaluation processes to ensure compliance with accreditation standards.
- Team Up Interprofessional Course
Fitness Center Associate/ Preschool Coach
4 Years 5 Months- Assist director with inventory, staff management, billing, and registration.
- Instruct gymnastic classes and staff the front desk.
- Set up for and host birthday parties.
- Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
Education
Bachelor's of Science - Nursing
Associates Degree - Health Sciences
Bachelor of Science - Pre-Nursing
Skills
Hemodynamics monitoring
Advanced life support
ECG-Telemetry monitoring
Neurological monitoring
Interdisciplinary healthcare collaboration
Patient advocacy
Affiliations
- Louisiana Association of Student Nurses, New Orleans, Louisiana – Treasurer, August 2025 – PRESENT
- Student Government Association, New Orleans, Louisiana – Treasurer, August 2023 – PRESENT
- Student Nurse Association, New Orleans – Member, August 2023 – PRESENT
- Catholic Youth Organization, Harahan, Louisiana – Board Member, August 2017 - PRESENT
- Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Bay Minette, Alabama – Member, January 2023 - PRESENT
Certification
Registered Nursing License (RN) - Louisiana State Board Of Nursing (issued 6/15/2026) - Current
Current, Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)- American Heart Association (issued 9/01/2026) - Current
Non-Violent Crisis Prevention (CPI, NCI-CPI) certified Complete BLS provider- American Heart Association (issued 6/17/2026) - Current
Basic Life Support (CPR and AED) certified Complete BLS provider- American Heart Association (issued 5/19/2025) - Current
Timeline
Surgical/Medical/Cardiac Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse
East Jefferson General Hospital
06.2026 - CurrentRead More
Interprofessional Education & Collaborative Practi
08.2025 - 05.2026Read More
Emergency Department Nurse Technician
East Jefferson General Hospital
07.2025 - 06.2026Read More
Invited Lecturer – Gender-Based Violence & Adolescent Pregnancy
International Lecture & Global Health Education
06.2025 - 06.2025Read More
International Medical Mission
06.2025 - 06.2025Read More
Surgery Nurse Technician
Ochsner Medical Center
03.2024 - 07.2025Read More
Fitness Center Associate/ Preschool Coach
Ochsner Clinic Foundation (Elmwood Gymnastics Academy)
05.2022 - CurrentRead More
Louisiana State University
Bachelor of Science from Pre-Nursing
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Coastal Alabama Community College
Associates Degree from Health Sciences
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LSU Health Sciences Center
Bachelor's of Science from Nursing
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Awards/Honors/Fellowships/Grants/Scholarships
President’s List, LSUHSC SON, Spring of 2026
President’s List, LSUHSC SON, Fall of 2025
Dean’s List, LSUHSC SON, Spring of 2024
Dean’s List, LSUHSC SON, Fall of 2023
Easton/NFCA All-American Scholar Athlete Award, Spring of 2023
President’s List, MidAmerica Nazarene University, Fall of 2021
Fresenius Medical Care Scholarship, Fall of 2021-Spring 2023